The Raymond K. Shepardson Archive

The photograph and document archive of the man who restored many of America's most beautiful interiors.

Collections

Ray's archive is extensive and varied. Photos, light fixtures, artifacts, blueprints, advertisements, contracts, correspondence and articles Ray collected as research in booking seasons at the many theaters he operated.

This web site has a great tour of the Louisville Palace theatre. We’ve just scanned a LOT of photos of the major restoration done that allowed the theatre to undergo ANOTHER restoration! http://www.louisvillepalace.com/vtlouisvillepalace